Therapy for Moms in California
Find
balance
your voice
peace
yourself
again.
As a mom, you have the weight of the world on your shoulders.
You’re expected to know what your kids, partner, and anyone else needs before they ask for it. You’re expected to put your feelings on the back burner and take care of your family no matter what. You’re expected to just know how to do everything a “good” mom would do, but your partner or co-parent gets to wait around for your instruction.
All of those expectations, along with the million things already on your plate (and the unsolicited parenting advice from everyone you know) are enough to make you want to scream. The resentment you feel simmering beneath the surface isn’t because you’re failing — it’s because you’re drowning.
Lately, you might be…
Feeling like you’re “doing it wrong” or a “bad” mom
Worrying about what could go wrong & imagining worst-case scenarios
Frustrated with how little the other members of your household contribute
Feeling lonely & isolated
Struggling with the idea of going back to work or committing to staying home
Questioning your intuition or desire to do things differently — like cosleeping or vaccines — and feeling pressured by social norms and expectations
Needing space to process the experience of pregnancy or giving birth
Struggling with postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety
Feeling like being a mom is so much harder than you thought it’d be
As a mom myself, I know how you feel.
It’s okay to ask for the help you need.
How therapy works
Therapy can help you feel like doing your best is good enough.
Therapy for moms, offers a precious pause—a dedicated moment to attend to your well-being, place your needs at the forefront, and simply be true to yourself. In our work together, we can explore the full range of emotions that come with this transformative period. I want therapy to be somewhere you can embody your most authentic self and embrace a new, expanded version of your identity — one rooted in self-compassion. By investing in yourself the way you invest in others, it’s possible to gain the confidence to follow your intuition, ask for what you need, and make the right decisions for your family (without all the doubt and guilt creeping in).
Above all, therapy can help reinforce that your needs matter too. We can slow down and find ways to ensure that you can take care of yourself the way you take care of others, so that you’ll no longer be trying to pour from an empty cup. I’ll equip you with tools to quiet racing thoughts, worry less, and spend more time being present with your child and loved ones.
My approach
In therapy with me…
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No need to try and explain away the feelings of frustration and burnout — I get it. Pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and the journey of motherhood can be challenging, the reality of being a mom may not always align with your expectations. Every session with me is a safe space to explore those real, difficult feelings without fear of being judged. I want you to know that what you’re experiencing isn’t anything to be ashamed of, and there’s nothing wrong with you. We’ll celebrate any progress you make throughout our time together, because I believe you deserve to feel good about doing your best.
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In our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know one another and talk about what's led you to seek therapy. I want to learn about your child or children, your partner or co-parent, and connect over the universal challenges of being a mom. We’ll discuss what you’d like to get out of therapy, setting goals to work toward together, and begin exploring your values, interests, boundaries, and willingness to ask for help…so you can make space for yourself again.
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Once we know what you’d like to see change in your life, we’ll start to get to the root of the issues you’re facing. We’ll talk about how your own childhood experiences could be impacting how you feel about your ability as a mother. We’ll find tools and skills that will help you in terms of managing stress and anxiety and communicating with your family. I want you to walk away from our time together feeling confident in yourself and more balanced in your life overall.
You’ll discover:
Assurance & self-compassion – Feel confident in your choices & show yourself the understanding you deserve.
More balance – In both the things on your to-do list & in your head.
Worry less — Manage and quiet anxious thoughts so you can spend more time being present with your family.
More self-care & authenticity – Speak up for what you need & fill your cup so you can show up in your life how you want to.
free consultation
Ready to feel like yourself again & get the support you deserve?
Click the link below to schedule a free, 20 minute phone consultation. Then, I can answer any questions you may have and get to know a bit more about what has prompted you to seek therapy. If you feel we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule our first session together. My practice is fully online, which means you can access wellbeing from the comfort of your own space.
Frequently asked questions about therapy for moms
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Postpartum depression is a type of depression that some moms experience after childbirth. About 80% of new mothers experience normal “baby blues” in the first few weeks after the baby arrives. But at least 1 in 7 mothers experience more severe depression lasting several months or more, which can make it even more difficult to navigate the challenges of motherhood. Seeking support is crucial in getting back to feeling like yourself.
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Perinatal refers to the period around childbirth, including the weeks before and after. Perinatal depression is also a term you might’ve heard, and encompasses both prenatal (before birth) and postpartum (after birth) depression. I support women in the perinatal period, as well as early motherhood and beyond.
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Postpartum depression can present with symptoms like crying a lot, constant overwhelm, irritability or anger, trouble sleeping, appetite changes, mood swings, apathy, or exhaustion. Postpartum anxiety shows up with symptoms such as panic attacks, excessive worrying, insomnia, low appetite, or physical symptoms like dizziness or shortness of breath. These symptoms can be reduced and managed through techniques we can explore in therapy.